Frequently Asked Questions

Core course develop management skills – the ability to understand the functional aspects of your business, to synthesize a holistic viewpoint, and to think strategically across all areas with an executive’s perspective.

Elective courses are selected by the cohort and provide an opportunity to focus on the latest subjects relevant to both personal growth and business success.

Everyone has packed their bags with unique industry and personal experiences as they set off on their own educational journey. Students often remark about the applicability of their recent learnings as they relate to immediate decision making or just understanding the various dimensions of a high level strategic discussion.

On average, students should expect to spend between 5-10 hours per week when not attending the on-campus class sessions. The time spent prepares students to be fully engaged during the on-campus class sessions and includes, for example, reading assigned materials, analyzing a case and preparing case write-ups, completing written assignments, working in teams, etc. The workload is designed to accommodate the busy professional seeking a high-quality, impactful educational experience while developing and nurturing his or her leadership potential.

We understand that life can throw us curves. Notification to our Academic Director or program coordinator will ensure all faculty and appropriate parties are informed to help you maintain continuity within the program.

No. The Fisher Executive MBA program is an on-campus, cohort-based program. Students will attend the on-campus sessions and begin together as a cohort.

We’d be happy to provide you with a letter of intent that outlines the benefits of getting an EMBA. Please contact Kelly at Meyers.447@osu.edu.

In order to be considered for the Executive MBA program, you must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. In addition, our students typically have at least 10 years of professional work experience.

Due to the Executive MBA program being considered part-time, international applicants must have one of the following to attend the Executive MBA program:

• Current H1-B Visa (you must continue to work throughout the program to maintain this status)
• Permanent US Residency
• Temporary Protected Status

• Personal resume
• College transcripts
• Essay question
• Letter of recommendation
• Employer sponsor letter
• Interview
• Online application
• GMAT/GRE when applicable

You are given the option to waive this requirement if your undergraduate GPA was a 3.0 or higher, or if you have a minimum of 6-years of post-baccalaureate work experience

If you are an international student, you must submit TOEFL scores

No, the EMBA program is cohort-based and all classes are taken together.

No, students are not required to be employed during the program.

​​​​​​No, but if you’re not from Central Ohio, it is recommended that you stay at The Blackwell Inn due to the proximity to the classroom.

• The program fees of $115,000 generally cover expenses for the mandatory orientation, program instruction, course materials, intellectual and social events, domestic educational trip (other than airfare), international educational trip (other than visa application fee and airfare), logistics expenses while on-campus, meals, and fees to The Ohio State University.

• Upon acceptance into the Fisher Executive MBA Program, a non-refundable $1,500 deposit is required to guarantee your spot in the program. The $1,500 deposit shows up as a credit against the remaining program fees.

Unfortunately, scholarships are not available for this program.

​​​​​​We offer rolling admissions, but to start this December, you must submit an application by September 30, or until the class is full.